Hamburger: forget beer and dare wine!

Perfect Wine Pairings for Burgers

Take the opportunity to put the beer aside and embrace the wine and burger pairing. Here are two ideal pairings for an unforgettable burger experience. Enjoy!

Wine and Burger: A Friendly Red Wine

You might wonder why there's an international day dedicated to hamburgers, but it’s simply an excuse to enjoy a burger on that day. If you're a burger fan, indulge yourself! While wine and burgers might not be the most traditional pairing, it works as well as beer. The key is to choose a fruity, indulgent wine that is best enjoyed young and is perfect for a meal with friends. The options are plentiful.

Classic Hamburger: A Rich Red Wine

The classic hamburger typically features red meat, tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, and cheese slices in the case of a cheeseburger. When pairing it with wine, the focus should be on the red meat. Avoid wines without tannins (like white or rosé wines) and opt for a red wine. Choose a tannic red wine that is fresh enough to highlight the acidity of the tomato and pickles. A wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon, such as a Costières de Nîmes, will work perfectly. However, if you prefer northern wines, a Burgundy or a Beaujolais would be excellent choices as well.

Enjoy your tasting!

FAQ - Wine and burger

Which red wine goes best with a classic hamburger ?

Go for a red that is both tannic and fresh, able to stand up to the meat while respecting the acidity of the tomato and pickles. A Costières de Nîmes fits the bill nicely, as does a Beaujolais or a Burgundy if you prefer more northern reds.

Can you drink white or rosé wine with a burger ?

With a red-meat burger, it is better to avoid whites and rosés: without tannins, they lack the structure to face the fat and the bite. Red stays the safest match. A white or rosé works better on a chicken or fish burger.

Can wine really replace beer with a hamburger ?

Yes. Pairing wine with a burger is not the usual habit, but it works just as well as beer. The key is to pick a generous, fruity red that drinks young and is easy to share around the table with friends.

What temperature should this red wine be served with a burger ?

Serve these fruity reds at around 14 to 16 °C, slightly cooler than a warm room. That freshness lifts the fruit and lightens the burger's richness, especially with a young Beaujolais or Costières de Nîmes.

Which wine suits a cheeseburger rather than a plain burger ?

Melted cheese adds fat and a milky note. A supple, fruity red with moderate tannins suits it better than a very structured wine. A Beaujolais or a light Burgundy then keeps the balance between meat, cheese and condiments.